1. New Zealand [sea]

M 5.8 • 14:22:08 UTC

A magnitude 5.8 earthquake struck near New Zealand [sea], on April 5, 2026, at 14:22:08 UTC. The quake originated at a depth of 8.6 km, according to seismic data.

At the time of the event, local weather conditions were reported as overcast clouds, with an ambient temperature of around 21°C.

Technical details of the earthquake were confirmed by EMSC and the USGS. Data may be subject to revision in the hours and days following the event.

2. South Of Kermadec Islands

M 5.7 • 13:22:14 UTC

A magnitude 5.7 earthquake struck near South Of Kermadec Islands, on April 5, 2026, at 13:22:14 UTC. The quake originated at a depth of 10.0 km, according to seismic data.

At the time of the event, local weather conditions were reported as overcast clouds, with an ambient temperature of around 21°C.

Technical details of the earthquake were confirmed by EMSC and the USGS. Data may be subject to revision in the hours and days following the event.

3. South Of Kermadec Islands

M 5.2 • 17:10:47 UTC

A magnitude 5.2 earthquake struck near South Of Kermadec Islands, on April 5, 2026, at 17:10:47 UTC. The quake originated at a depth of 92.0 km, according to seismic data.

At the time of the event, local weather conditions were reported as light rain, with an ambient temperature of around 21°C.

Technical details of the earthquake were confirmed by EMSC and the USGS. Data may be subject to revision in the hours and days following the event.

4. South Of Kermadec Islands

M 5.2 • 17:19:50 UTC

A magnitude 5.2 earthquake struck near South Of Kermadec Islands, on April 5, 2026, at 17:19:50 UTC. The quake originated at a depth of 10.0 km, according to seismic data.

At the time of the event, local weather conditions were reported as overcast clouds, with an ambient temperature of around 21°C.

Technical details of the earthquake were confirmed by EMSC and the USGS. Data may be subject to revision in the hours and days following the event.

5. Taiwan Region

M 4.8 • 15:34:02 UTC

A magnitude 4.8 earthquake struck near Taiwan Region, on April 5, 2026, at 15:34:02 UTC. The quake originated at a depth of 131.0 km, according to seismic data.

At the time of the event, local weather conditions were reported as few clouds, with an ambient temperature of around 25°C.

Technical details of the earthquake were confirmed by EMSC and the USGS. Data may be subject to revision in the hours and days following the event.

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